Return to work opportunities increase in summer months, WCB reports
HALIFAX: As June ends and Nova Scotia steps into full summer mode, WCB Nova Scotia says more Nova Scotians are returning to work after injury – and the summer months…
McDonald Sports Park set to mark milestone anniversary with celebration
WAVERLEY: Organizers are excited and encourage residents to come on out for a true Waverley Saturday night this Saturday July 12. The volunteers have been working to put the final…
Man arrested for bank robbery, stolen vehicle following chase that ends in Beaver Bank
BEAVER BANK: A 51-year-old man has been arrested following a chase that saw him lead police from Dartmouth out to Lower Sackville and then onto Beaver Bank Road. Halifax Regional…
Province announces construction of four new cell towers, including one in Halifax County
HALIFAX COUNTY: Nova Scotia’s plan to expand cellular service to thousands of Nova Scotians in unserved areas has reached another milestone with new towers now active at three sites in…
One dog killed after attempt to attack canoers in Elderbank
ELDERBANK: One dog that was threatening two canoers in Elderbank on July 5 was shot and killed by an RCMP officer, while two others who were with it ran off…
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Community Days brings community together at concert, fireworks
LOWER SACKVILLE: Music, food trucks, and fireworks culminated the Sackville Community Development Association’s 2025 Community Days. The concert and fireworks had been previously scheduled but were postponed due to rain.…
Public Health investigating cases of measles in Pictou County area
PICTOU COUNTY: Nova Scotia Health is investigating a lab confirmed case of measles in Pictou County with additional contacts who are also ill with measles-like symptoms. Public Health is working…
New health homes coming to HRM, province says
HRM: Three new health homes in Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) are expected to welcome more than 20,000 people from the Need a Family Practice Registry. The Hobsons Lake Health Home…
Beaver Bank girl wins award, silver medal for project at Canada-Wide Science Fair
BEAVER BANK: Two years ago, Avalon Lively knew nothing about science fairs, let alone conduct her own independent research. “All I had was a passion for the environment, so I…
Halifax conservation pioneer honoured by national conservation organization
HALIFAX: The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) proudly announces that 19 individuals are being awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition of their exceptional contributions to nature…